Taco Festivals Expand Across U.S. Cities in 2025

Taco festivals are drawing crowds across the U.S. in 2025, with new highlights including Detroit's 6th Annual Taco Showdown on July 27 at Eastern Market, featuring local restaurants, margarita tastings, and Mexican entertainment. Arizona's Taco Fest returns to Salt River Fields in October with over 40 vendors, tequila and mezcal tastings, and a VIP Agave Show. Wisconsin's 6th Annual Taco Fest at Franksville Craft Beer Garden remains a free, family-friendly event with live music and craft beers. Michigan's Royal Oak hosts its fourth Taco Fest from July 3-6, featuring more than 50 taco vendors and diverse entertainment. Columbus, Ohio's Los Agavez Taqueria has earned a spot on Yelp's top 100 U.S. food trucks list, celebrated for its birria tacos. These events underscore the growing popularity and creativity of taco festivals nationwide.